Requirements
Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline such as psychology, social work, or a related subject. Ideally, the candidate will also have a certificate, diploma, or degree in career development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in career guidance is essential, with preferable experience in career development.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
Job description
GEMS School of Research & Innovation is seeking an experienced careers guidance counsellor. The post commences January 2027.
Key responsibilities:
Working with students individually or in groups, career development professionals may:
Help students identify educational requirements and develop training plans
Facilitate and/or lead career management and career decision-making workshops
Help students develop a better appreciation of their unique characteristics and how those characteristics relate to career choices
Use various assessment tools to help students identify their interests, values, beliefs, lifestyle preferences, aptitudes and abilities, and relate them to the world of work and tertiary education
Facilitate and/or lead workshops on, and assist students with, implementing effective employment search strategies, writing résumés, and developing career portfolios and interview skills
Work cooperatively with local agencies, businesses and other organizations involved in providing career planning resources
Work cooperatively with local and international universities and educational providers in utilising the various support programmes and opportunities they provide as part of an enrolment process
Work with students who have disabilities, language and cultural differences, or other special needs that affect their employment prospects
Provide current labour market information to help students make realistic occupational or employment decisions
Market students to potential employers and help students find work experience placements
Plan and implement career and employment-related programs
Refer students to appropriate services to address their particular needs
Perform related administrative tasks such as keeping records
Skills description
Personal characteristics
Career development professionals need the following characteristics:
Genuine interest in and respect for people from all walks of life
Patience, understanding and the ability to listen non-judgmentally
Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
Objectivity and tact
The ability to motivate and inspire students
The ability to facilitate communication in groups of eight to 20 people
Excellent organizational and planning skills
The ability to work effectively with other professionals and community agencies
They should enjoy consulting with people, compiling information and working with clients to develop innovative solutions to problems.
Educational requirements:
A minimum of Bachelor degree is required in a related discipline such as psychology, social work or related subject.
Ideally the candidate will also have a certificate, diploma or degree in career development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
About the Company
GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.
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